1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Viano |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 75 L |