1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2010 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2010 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1989 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 Bentley Brooklands (1,048 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 813 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. 2010 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2010 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | 190 | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 1048 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3117 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
