1968 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 227 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | Viano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
