2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville.
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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville 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 | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | Viano | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |