1990 Venturi Coupe vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1990 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 480 kg more than 1990 Venturi Coupe. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Venturi Coupe. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1990 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1990 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Venturi Coupe | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Venturi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coupe | E |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2873 mm |
