1992 BMW 540 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano

To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.

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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW 540 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 540 Viano
Year Released 1992 2004
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3980 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 88.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 2040 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 90 L


 

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