1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 925 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2600 | Viano |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |