1965 Porsche 904 vs. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (199 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 596 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Porsche 904 | 1988 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Porsche | Venturi |
| Model | 904 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 699 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
