2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (240 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 440 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viano | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
