1987 Ferrari GTO vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 46 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO 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 225 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari GTO | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTO | 230 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 904 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3060 mm |
