2007 Audi S3 vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2007 Audi S3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Audi S3. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S3 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 2007 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S3. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | S3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
