1999 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 BMW 740.
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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 740 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |
