1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 55 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1324 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 190 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 2526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |
