1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 396 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Anglia | Viano |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
