1968 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 680 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SL | Viano |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |