2001 Audi A8 vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1988 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Venturi Coupe 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 1988 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8, 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, 2001 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | A8 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
