2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP) has 267 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 443 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | Viano | GTX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
