2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | Viano | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 102 L |