2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Venturi 400. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1997 Venturi 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 798 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400. 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 S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Venturi 400. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Venturi 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | S | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2500 mm |
