2006 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (445 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | A8 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
