1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 435 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 190 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
