2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Banshee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Banshee would be higher. At 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Banshee (227 HP) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Banshee 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 359 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Banshee.
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.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | Viano | Banshee |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 227 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |