1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2003 Noble M14 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M14 (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1992 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, 2003 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2003 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Noble |
| Model | 190 | M14 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
