2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 18 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
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, 2006 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Venturi |
| Model | DTS | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
