Bilstein Touring vs. Sport Shocks? (For Mercedes)

[Karmann]

So it's time for the 'Merc to get some new shocks in the rear. It's a '95 E320 (W124) with 110k miles, and I'm looking to retain a smooth ride but increase the handling a bit. I have wider tires on already, just bought the Sportline size 205s vs. my non-sportline 195s and want to continue the trend of improving performance.

 

I have Bilstein 4600 HDs on my Pathy, and love them, so I'd like to stay in the family.

 

Bilstein HDs are available but are a bit on the ridiculous side of pricing for me- $198 each.... might as well get lowering springs if I went that route.

 

So those are out, but there are Touring shocks available (twintube)

http://www.autoanything.com/suspension-systems/61A5661A0A0.aspx

 

And also sports (monotube)

http://www.autoanything.com/suspension-systems/61A5658A0A0.aspx

 

I was curious if any of you have experience with either and could recommend one over the other.

 

Thanks!