1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 44 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 680 kg more than 1954 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SL | 190 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |