1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (182 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1985 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, 2010 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 190 | 550 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |