2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Venturi 400. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Venturi 400. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1998 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | CLK | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
