1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1990 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 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 190 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
