1999 BMW 320 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 (182 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 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, 1999 BMW 320 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 320 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 320 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
