2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viano | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 120 L |