1988 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 555 kg more than 1988 BMW M6.
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, 1988 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M6 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M6 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
