2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | Viano | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |