1957 Ford Popular vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular.

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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ford Popular 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Popular Viano
Year Released 1957 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 26 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 3210 mm