1959 Ford Consul 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 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 881 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Consul | Viano |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |