2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 540 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1989 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | E | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
