2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,723 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 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 760 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | Viano | 930 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3723 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
