2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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 @ 2750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1970 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1970 Opel GT | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | Viano | GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3198 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |