1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 56 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler 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 170 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler 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 | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | 230 | Prowler |
Year Released | 1941 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2880 mm |