1997 Vector M12 vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1997 Vector M12 is newer by 6 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (256 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vector M12 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1991 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 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Vector M12 | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Vector | Venturi |
| Model | M12 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 484 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
