1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1995 Venturi 400
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 900 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1995 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1995 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1995 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | C | 400 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
