2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Venturi 400. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Venturi 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 301 kg more than 1999 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Venturi 400. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Venturi 400.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Venturi |
Model | Corvette | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |