1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 46 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) has 228 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 450 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Viano |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5230 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 |
