2003 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 12 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (256 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1991 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 870 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Venturi Coupe. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | CL | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 603 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
