1963 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1213 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Consul | Viano |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
