1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 (182 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 186 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 190 | E |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
