2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 222 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | Viano | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 97 L |