1991 Venturi Coupe vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1991 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 585 kg more than 1991 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Venturi Coupe. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1991 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1991 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Coupe | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Venturi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coupe | E |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1845 kg |
