1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1956 Porsche 356 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 230 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2110 mm |
