1985 TVR 390 vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR 390. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR 390 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1985 TVR 390. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR 390. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi 400 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1985 TVR 390. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 TVR 390. (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 TVR 390.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 TVR 390 | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | TVR | Venturi |
| Model | 390 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
