2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 1995 Venturi 400
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 227 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 549 kg more than 1995 Venturi 400.
Because 1995 Venturi 400 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 1995 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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, 1995 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 1995 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Venturi |
| Model | 407 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1699 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
