1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 55 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 580 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | 230 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3060 mm |