2006 BMW 645 vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (131 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1988 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 645 | 190 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
