1997 Lexus SC vs. 1992 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1997 Lexus SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1992 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus SC weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus SC | 1992 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Lexus | Venturi |
| Model | SC | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
