1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zodiac | Viano |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |