2003 BMW 318 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 11 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. Both 2003 BMW 318 and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 are equipped with a 1,795 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 318 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, 2003 BMW 318 (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 318 | 190 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
