1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1968 Vauxhall Viva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | 500 | Viva |
Year Released | 1942 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 432 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |