2008 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2008 BMW M3 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
