1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1972 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 75 L |
