1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Aero is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 930 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. (132 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SSC Aero weights approximately 73 kg more than 1986 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1159 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2008 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SSC |
| Model | 190 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
