1972 BMW Touring vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (131 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (198 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Touring | 190 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
