1990 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 730.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 730. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 730 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
