2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (457 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 145 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 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | C | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 457 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
