1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 515 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 M | Viano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |
