1995 Venturi 400 vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 116 kg more than 1995 Venturi 400.
Because 1995 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Venturi 400 | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
