1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 190 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
