1966 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1966 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1966 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (118 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini GT | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | 190 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
