2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 215 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 763 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Viano | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
