2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 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 330 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile 442.
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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 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 | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Viano | 442 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3722 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
