1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 51 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 190 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
