1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1990 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1990 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
Model | CLK | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |