1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1963 Riley Elf
To start off, both 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 and 1963 Riley Elf were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1963 Riley Elf. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley Elf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1963 Riley Elf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Riley Elf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley Elf. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley Elf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1963 Riley Elf | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
| Model | 230 | Elf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 25 L |
