1999 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1999 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 58 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 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 150 kg more than 1999 Jensen SV-8.
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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jensen SV-8 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SV-8 | 230 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3060 mm |