2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Avanti |
| Model | Viano | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
