1998 Venturi 400 vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-350 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 1998 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Venturi 400 | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Venturi | Ford |
| Model | 400 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2619 mm |
