1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 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 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette 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 223 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 230 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3060 mm |