2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Venturi 400. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Venturi 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 510 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Venturi 400. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Venturi 400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Porsche | Venturi |
Model | 911 | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3605 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |