1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1992 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 190 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
