1994 Dodge Venom vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Venom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Venom would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Venom is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 703 kg more than 1994 Dodge Venom.
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, 1994 Dodge Venom (339 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. (271 Nm). This means 1994 Dodge Venom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Venom | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Venom | SL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
