2007 Lexus IS vs. 1995 Venturi 400
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 410 kg more than 1995 Venturi 400.
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, 1995 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 1995 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Lexus | Venturi |
Model | IS | 400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |