1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G 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 332 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1966 Jaguar 420G has manual transmission. 1966 Jaguar 420G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Jaguar 420G | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 420G | Viano |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |