1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 866 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Viano |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
