In February 1992 the AMG 190E 3.2 came for sale. This was one of the first AMGs with
a Mercedes-Benz warranty. This car was not only special as regards engine, it was also
easily recognizable with its distinct AMG body kit. This car was no ordinary car, with
234 hp it was made solely for active and luxurious driving. Below we take a look on the
components of the AMG 190E 3.2.
ENGINE
All the experience AMG has in building performance engines comes from Motor sport.
As they say; "It is the hardest and best school for us and our engines". The AMG 190E 3.2
is of course no exception, and features a powerful engine designed for performance driving.
The engine in the AMG 190E 3.2 consisted of a Mercedes-Benz 3.0 litre engine that was stroked to
3.2 litre. The output of this engine was 234 hp (172 kW) and 305 Nm. This 190 was definitely
one of the fastest 190's ever built, with a 0-100 km/h speed of only 7.7 seconds,
and 244 km/h as top speed!
TRANSMISSION
Manual - The 5-speed transmission in the AMG 190E 3.2 comes from a 300E-24. This sporty and
direct transmission ensures that the potential of the 234 hp is used to its fullest.
This transmission is adjusted to fit the hightened hp and Nm in the AMG 190E 3.2.
Automatic - The 4-speed automatic transmissionds found in the AMG 190E 3.2 comes from
the 300E. This transmission gives, despite the fact that it is and automatic transmission,
the driver the ability to drive sportively.
SUSPENSION
The AMG 190E 3.2 was a car designed for active and sporty driving, as well as being
refined and comfortable. To combine this AMG lowered the car using AMG special
springs and shocks. This gave the car supreme curve manouverability, and also raised
the dynamic safety at high speed.
WHEELS
The AMG 190E 3.2 was equipped with five 225/45 ZR 16 alloy wheels. These wider tires
gave a wider track and helped give better handling in high speed. This resulted in improved
stability and steering sensitivity.
BRAKES
The brake system on the AMG 190E 3.2 reflects the high power output of the engine.
The front brake system consists of two large ventilated discs with larger brake pads, while
the rear brakes are built up with large single discs and pads. This brake system
results in reduced brake length and more stabile braking, while it is more reluctant
against fading.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
The AMG exhaust system on the AMG 190E 3.2 is equipped with a metal catalytic converter.
This system does not just give more power, it does so while keeping in with the
emission regulations.
It is also good looking, with its two square chrome tailpipes.
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