1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2005 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Noble M12 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2005 Noble M12.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2005 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Noble |
| Model | 190 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
