1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (131 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 190 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
