1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 53 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 514 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 190 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| 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 | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
