2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 660 kg more than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1985 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1985 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | SL | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
