1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1968 Nissan Cedric is newer by 27 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric 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 124 kg more than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric 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 | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 230 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2700 mm |
