2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 948 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
Model | Viano | 4-68 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |