1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 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 116 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70.
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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford GT 70 has manual transmission. 1971 Ford GT 70 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:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 70 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3210 mm |
