2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Viano | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
