1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 5.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 5.8 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 BMW 5.8.
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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 5.8 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 5.8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 5.8 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
