Mercedes Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II '91
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190E
Exhaust: Racing
Computer: Equip
NA tune-up: Stage 3
Tyres: Sports Medium
Brakes: Racing
Suspension: Racing
Spring Rate: 11.0/14.0
Ride Height: 66/66
Bound: 7/8
Rebound: 7/8
Camber: 5.0/5.
Toe: 0/0
Stabiliser: 4/4
Transmission: Fully Customisable
Autoset: 12
Clutch: Triple Plate
Flywheel: Racing
Propeller Shaft: Equip
LSD Fully Customisable
Initial: 15
Acceleration: 30
Deceleration: 10
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Cosworth have always prided themselves on producing high performance engines for standard road cars. Indeed, they're famous for it, as we've seen with the legendary Sierra Cosworth. They never cease to amaze at how much power can come from such a vanilla looking car. Road going vehicles with Cosworth engines always go down as among the greatest of the sleeper cars.
When I received the 190E Cosworth touring car, I was amazed at how well it drove. My previous experiences with the 190 range was at best mundane. So, when I discovered that there was a road going version with the same engine, I didn't hesitate to purchase it and see what it could do. If I needed to sum up the car in a word, I'd say it was... mean.
The great thing about sleeper cars are how they don't command respect openly. They're not big or flashy, and unless for the gigantic spoiler at the back and the badges, you'd be forgiven for thinking that it would be smoked 7 ways to Sunday. But to the trained eye, the markings of a down and dirty racer can be seen, from the exotic exhaust accent to the cambered wheels.
In corners, this car is smooth until you need the feel to be heroic. Dropping down into second, wait for the revs to drop before you floor it, sliding around corners effortlessly, straightening out and leaving your riced up opponent staring in disbelief.
