Mercedes Benz 190b (121) Technical Specifications
Mercedes Benz 190b Mercedes Color Codes Years of Manufacture: 1959 - 1961 Number Built: 28,463 Price at Introduction: 190 Sedan 1956 - 1961: DM 9,450 Servo Brakes Additional: DM 300 Date of Introduction: June, 1959 Chassis/Body: Unit frame and body Exterior Dimensions: Total Length: 177.2 inches (4500mm) Total Width: 68.5 inches (1740mm) Height at Kerb Weight: 61.4 inches (1560mm) Wheelbase: 104.3 inches (2650mm) Front Track: 56.2 inches (1430mm) Rear Track: 58.1 inches (1475mm) Kerb Weight: 2728lb (1240kg) Fuel Tank: 14.8 gallons (56 liters) Turning Circle: 38 ft (11.5 metres) Instruments: Speedometer Petrol gauge Oil pressure gauge Temperature gauge High beam lamp Ammeter lamp	Transmission (Manual, 4 Speed): 1st: 4.05:1 2nd: 2.38:1 3rd: 1.53:1 4th: 1.00:1 Clutch: Single cushion disc, dry plate clutch Rear Axle Ratio: 4.10:1 Engine Speed at 100 km/h: 3300 rpm 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 19.0 seconds Maximum Speed: 144 km/h (89 mph) Engine 4 Cylinder M121: Capacity: 1897cc 115.7ci Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 4 cylinders Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder Fuel System: Single downdraft Solex 32 PAITA carburetor Bore and Stroke: 3.35 x 3.29 inches (85 x 83.6mm) Power: 80 hp @ 4800 rpm Torque: 14.2 mkg @ 2800rpm Compression Ratio: 8.5:1 Ignition and Electrical: 12 volt Coil and alternator Exhaust: Single tail-pipe Suspension: Front: Independent type with coil springs Rear: Single joint swing pivot axle with coil springs Steering: Recirculating ball, ratio 18.5:1 (3.75 turns) Brakes: Drum, 1064 cm sq. Servo assistance optional Wheels: 13" Pressed steel disc wheels Tyres: 6.40 x 13 190b 4 Door Sedan Production Schedule Vehicle Year Cars Manufactured 190 Sedan (121 III) 1959 6,613   1960 12,986   1961 8,864   Total: 28,463