1996 BMW 528 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 345 kg more than 1996 BMW 528.
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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 528 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 528 | Viano |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |