1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 48 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 50 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.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar F-Type | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-Type | 230 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3060 mm |
