2005 BMW 525 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 23 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 440 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 525 | 190 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 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 | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
