2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (192 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
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 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TSO | 190 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 97.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
