1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 8 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 190 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
