1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1993 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1993 TVR Griffith is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1993 TVR Griffith.
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, 1993 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1993 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 230 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
