1988 Porsche 911 vs. 1990 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1990 Venturi Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1990 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Venturi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 1990 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Porsche | Venturi |
| Model | 911 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
