1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 48 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 880 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GT | Viano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2060 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 |
