1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 447 kg more than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1986 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | 450 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4520 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
