1963 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra 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 990 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | Viano |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 423 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |