Hi I am think of changing my tires from original 195/65-15 to 225/60-15. Will these fit on 1987 300E? What are the pros and cons of this? I believe the con would be a errant speedo reading by about 3% if they fit. Any other ideas or suggestions. I would really appreciate the feedback. Thanks, J
Unless I am doing the math wrong it seems to be about a 6% difference. My concerns would be the reduced gas mileage due to the increased rolling resistance and adequate fender clearance in the front. I upgraded the tire size on my 190e 2.6 and don't sense any improvement in handling etc. Front fender clearance seems tight. I noticed a spot on the interior fender well top where the tires have rubbed slightly on occasion when the suspension bottomed out. I would not bother to do it again Peter
Thanks.
I think it would provide better handling, faster 'turn-in', smoother, quieter ride? Thoughts?
2.6% slower..... but why do you want to go over an inch wider? More turning resistance on yourThanks. What is the factory size on the 190? and what did you change to?
This link explains impact of tire sizing.
No worries. Thanks.
For the 190E 2.6 MB recommends 185 65 . I used the Michelin P 195 65 which theoretically results in a change of 11.5 cm dia.
Peter
Correction.........11.5 mm..................
I get 2.53% difference; the 60 series is a bigger tire:
My car cam with 14's and I upgraded to 15's which worked much better, then I upgraded to 16's and HOLY MOTHER OF GOD what a difference. No decrease in ride confort (surprising) and it handles like it's on rails now. Highly recommended.
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