2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 743 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Viano | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
