1959 Ford Zephyr 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 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 800 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zephyr | Viano |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |