1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1967 TVR Tuscan is newer by 26 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan 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 420 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan.
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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan 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 | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | 230 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1941 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2290 mm |