1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 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 340 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 456 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 456 | Viano |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5472 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |