1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 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 210 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 393 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 88 L |
