1957 Allard GT vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard GT (210 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 906 kg more than 1957 Allard GT.
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, 1957 Allard GT (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard GT | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | Viano |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 289 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |