1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 32 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 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire 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 650 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 230 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2110 mm |
