2000 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2000 Venturi Atlantique 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 2000 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C70, 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, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C70. (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Venturi Atlantique | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | Atlantique | C70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
