2003 BMW 530 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1982 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | 190 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |