1998 Porsche 993 vs. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Porsche | Venturi |
| Model | 993 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
