1999 Venturi 400 vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Venturi 400 | 2011 Audi S5 | |
Make | Venturi | Audi |
Model | 400 | S5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2751 mm |