2008 BMW 135 vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 20 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (131 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 220 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 135 | 190 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
