1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Greyhound | Viano |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |