1985 BMW 324 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 324 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
