1982 Porsche 944 vs. 1995 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1995 Venturi Coupe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 95 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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, 1995 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944. 1982 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 1995 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1995 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 1995 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Porsche | Venturi |
| Model | 944 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
