2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS 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 540 kg more than 1963 BMW 3200 CS.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | Viano | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
