1968 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, both 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE and 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,777 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 97 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SE | 230 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2777 cc | 2308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |