1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 39 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 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1955 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 190 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
