1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 56 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 984 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 174 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, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1285 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 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 | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Zenvo |
| Model | 190 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3055 mm |
