1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 44 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 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 820 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2600 | Viano |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |