1999 Venturi 400 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 13 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT. 2012 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1999 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1999 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Venturi 400 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Venturi | Audi |
| Model | 400 | TT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2469 mm |
