1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 39 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Xedos |
| Model | 230 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
