1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1963 Triumph 2000 is newer by 22 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 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 255 kg more than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
Model | 230 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1941 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2700 mm |