1995 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 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 505 kg more than 1995 BMW M3.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M3 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | Viano |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |