2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 3,723 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1988 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 805 kg more than 1988 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Venturi Coupe. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1988 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1988 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | Viano | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3723 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
