1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera 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 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera 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 550 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera.
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 Toyota Sera, 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 230 | Sera |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2410 mm |
