1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 23 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra 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 45 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
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, 1984 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (118 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | 190 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |