1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 66 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 692 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 230 | CL |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2960 mm |
