2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville 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 50 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville.
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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | Viano | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |