1954 Jeep CJ vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1954 Jeep CJ is newer by 13 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jeep CJ (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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 270 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CJ | 230 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3060 mm |
