1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 144 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 400.
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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 400 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 | Viano |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1974 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |