2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 570 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1985 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1985 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | CL | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
