2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1992 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 Venturi Coupe.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1992 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | C | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
