1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1955 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 190 | 968 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |