1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 31 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 357 kg more than 1941 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Biscayne | 230 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3060 mm |
