NFS™ DTM Legend Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evo II.| 502 made. One Legacy.| Check Description

join our international NFSNL whatsapp group https://chat.whatsapp.com/Kywt49cCU05... and Join our Robust Crew id: NL UNIVERSE only active players are welcome Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evolution II “The Pinnacle of German Touring Car Engineering” 1. ORIGINS & PURPOSE Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz (Daimler-Benz AG). Production Year: 1990. Units Produced: 502 (for homologation). Purpose: Built to homologate a race car for Group A regulations in DTM (Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft). Predecessors: 190E 2.3-16 (1983). 190E 2.5-16 Evolution I (1989). Mercedes wanted to compete directly with the BMW E30 M3 in the German Touring Car Championship and needed a competitive edge. The Evo II was a road-legal version of the fully built race car — a classic homologation special. 2. ENGINEERING & TECHNICAL DETAILS Engine: Type: Inline-4, DOHC, 16-valve. Displacement: 2.5 liters. Power (stock): 235 hp @ 7,200 rpm. Torque: 245 Nm @ 5,000 rpm. Engine Code: M102.992. Tuned by: Cosworth Transmission: Type: 5-speed manual. Gearbox: Getrag dogleg (1st gear bottom-left). Chassis & Body: Platform: Mercedes W201. Suspension: Adjustable, stiffer race-tuned suspension. Brakes: Upgraded four-wheel disc brakes. Wheels: 17-inch alloy wheels. Aerodynamics: Wind-tunnel-tested body kit. Adjustable rear wing. Widebody flared arches. Rear diffuser and front splitter for downforce Performance: 0–100 km/h (62 mph): ~7.1 seconds. Top Speed: ~250 km/h (155 mph). Weight: 1,340 kg (2,954 lbs). 3. MOTORSPORT LEGACY The 190E Evo II was a dominant force in DTM in the early 1990s. Key Achievements: i. 1992 DTM Champion: Klaus Ludwig drove a 190E Evo II to win the championship. ii. It competed against top-tier rivals: BMW E30 M3 Sport Evolution, Audi V8 quattro, Opel Omega 3000. Known for excellent handling, aerodynamic stability, and durability on track. The Evo II’s success cemented Mercedes-AMG’s motorsport credibility, it was the bridge between the early W201 program and future AMG racing dominance. 4. DESIGN & AESTHETICS Only available in Blauschwarz Metallic (Blue-Black). Exterior featured a now-iconic aggressive aero kit with: Wide arches. Towering wing. Sculpted front and rear bumpers Interior included: Leather or cloth Recaro sport seats. Special badging and build number plaque. Minimalist race-inspired dash with classic Mercedes quality. It was called the “Darth Vader of the Autobahn” due to its menacing all-black look. 5. CULTURAL & AUTOMOTIVE SIGNIFICANCE Symbol of German engineering precision, understated aggression, and motorsport functionality. Holds a place alongside the BMW E30 M3 Sport Evo as one of the greatest touring cars ever built. Highly revered in: Enthusiast circles. Motorsport documentaries. Collector auctions. 6. COLLECTIBILITY & VALUE Production Units: 502 Current Market Value: $300,000 – $600,000+ (depending on condition, mileage, documentation) One of the most sought-after Mercedes performance cars ever. Occasionally seen at Goodwood Festival of Speed, Amelia Island, and elite Concours events. 7. COMPARISONS & COMPETITORS Model Mercedes-Benz 190E Evo II BMW E30 M3 Sport Evo Audi V8 DTM Engine 2.5L I4 NA 2.5L I4 NA 3.6L V8 Power 235 hp (road) 235 hp (road) 420+ hp (race) Drive RWD RWD AWD Legacy Precision & aero Raw driving purity Tech innovation Production 502 ~600 Race-only. The 190E Evo II is not just a car — it's a homologation masterpiece. Designed to dominate DTM, it became a symbol of function over flash, engineering over excess, and legacy over limits.