1990 Mercedes Benz 190 E 2. 5 16 Evolution II w201

Born through intense competition with BMWs M3, the MercedesBenz 190 E 2. 316 was the result of a partnership between famed engineering firm Cosworth and MercedesBenz. The W201 chassis was beefed up with larger antiroll bars, harder bushings, limitedslip differential, quicker dampers, and a faster steering ratio. Getrag provided the fivespeed dogleg gearbox to ensure fast and easy gear selection. Cosworth took the standard 2. 3liter 8valve engine and fitted a light alloy cylinder head, dualoverhead cams and four valves per cylinder. Continued development resulted in an increase in engine displacement to 2. 5 liters in 1988 and the Evolution variants of the 190 Cosworth. The initial Evo model overhauled the platform into a thoroughbred racer by installing a tuned version of the 2. 5liter motor. A higher rev limit, larger brakes, and improved tires meant the Evolution accelerated and stopped better than ever before. Further enhancements included wider front and rear tracks, stiffer adjustable suspe