1991 Venturi Coupe vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Coupe | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Venturi | Lotus |
| Model | Coupe | Evora |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2576 mm |
