1966 Maserati Mexico vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Maserati Mexico. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1966 Maserati Mexico has manual transmission. 1966 Maserati Mexico will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Maserati Mexico | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mexico | Viano |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |