1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 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 2,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 190 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
