1954 BMW 340 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 340 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1954 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 340 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 340 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 340 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
