1991 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 417 kg more than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet.
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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Venturi | Lexus |
| Model | Cabriolet | IS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2731 mm |
