1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 1998 Venturi 400 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
Model | 300 | 400 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |