1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1977 Ferrari Dino is newer by 36 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 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | 230 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3060 mm |
