1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 6 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 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, 1998 BMW Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z3 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
