1965 Buick Electra 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 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Electra (275 HP) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Electra 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 10 kg more than 1965 Buick Electra.
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.
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1965 Buick Electra | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | Viano |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 108 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |