1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
