2008 Audi R8 vs. 1994 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1994 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Venturi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1994 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | R8 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
