1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2004 TVR Tuscan (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2004 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 230 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
