1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 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 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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 30 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 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 993 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 230 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2280 mm |
