1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 395 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
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 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Venturi 400. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Venturi 400.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
Model | CW | 400 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6328 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5160 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1170 mm |