1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 26 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 (182 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 210 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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 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 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 190 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
