1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 57 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 6 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 230 | 911 |
Year Released | 1941 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2280 mm |