1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 190 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
