1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 1992 Rover 620i is newer by 51 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, 1992 Rover 620i (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i 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 195 kg more than 1992 Rover 620i.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Rover 620i (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 620i 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 | 1992 Rover 620i | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 230 | 620i |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
