1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
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:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 190 | Tuscan Speed Six |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
