1948 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,308 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jeep Station Wagon | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Station Wagon | 230 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3400 mm |