1959 BMW Isetta vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. 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.
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1959 BMW Isetta | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Isetta | Viano |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 247 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | in-line |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 108 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 85 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 1 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 3210 mm |