2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1995 Venturi 400
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 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 185 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 410 kg more than 1995 Venturi 400.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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, 1995 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1995 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Venturi |
| Model | CTS | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
