1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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 860 kg more than 1965 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Viano |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
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 | 146 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 166 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |