1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP) has 168 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 860 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GT | Viano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
