1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 90 kg more than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
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, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Willys-Overland |
Model | 230 | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1941 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2740 mm |