2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 635 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | Viano | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
