1999 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1999 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Italdesign Nazca | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Italdesign | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nazca | Viano |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |