1997 Vector M12 vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 1997 Vector M12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 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 89 more horse power than 1996 Venturi 400. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1996 Venturi 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vector M12 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Venturi 400. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Venturi 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Vector M12 | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Vector | Venturi |
| Model | M12 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 484 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
