1996 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Venturi Atlantique. (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1996 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Venturi Atlantique. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Venturi Atlantique. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi Atlantique has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi Atlantique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Venturi Atlantique | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Venturi | Ford |
Model | Atlantique | F-450 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4379 mm |