2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 14 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (256 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1991 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 600 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Venturi Coupe. 2005 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 1991 Venturi Coupe
Make Mercedes-Benz Venturi
Model CL Coupe
Year Released 2005 1991
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4966 cc 2849 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 303 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 405 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 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


 

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