2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP) has 544 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 435 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 599.
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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 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 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
| Model | Viano | 599 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 652 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 105 L |
