2008 BMW 545 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1990 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 545 | 190 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
