1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 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.
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1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 190 | B |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |