1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 51 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 293 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 190 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| 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 | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
