2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1996 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | C | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1240 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
