2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viano | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
