1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1959 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1959 Simca Plein Ceil is newer by 18 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. In terms of performance, 1959 Simca Plein Ceil (56 HP @ 200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Simca Plein Ceil 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 350 kg more than 1959 Simca Plein Ceil.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1959 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 230 | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1959 |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2360 mm |
