1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 49 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 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 213 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega 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 | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 230 | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2740 mm |
