2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
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 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird 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 610 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | Viano | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
