2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan 370Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan 370Z would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Viano | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
