2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Venturi 400. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Venturi 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Venturi 400. (520 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Venturi 400.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Venturi |
Model | Corvette | 400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 520 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |