1999 Audi R8R vs. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet

To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 1294 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.

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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1987 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 Audi R8R 1987 Venturi Cabriolet
Make Audi Venturi
Model R8R Cabriolet
Year Released 1999 1987
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3898 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 296 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2 kg 1296 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1180 mm