1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 69 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1220 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.
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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 230 | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
Year Released | 1941 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5608 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3320 mm |