1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 1987 Porsche 928 is newer by 46 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 928 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 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 | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 230 | 928 |
Year Released | 1941 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |