2005 Audi S4 vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 6 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | S4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
