1969 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capri | Viano |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3210 mm |
