1963 Austin Princess 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 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Princess (118 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Princess | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Princess | Viano |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |