2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1989 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 1989 Venturi Coupe 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 1989 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, 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, 1989 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1989 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Bantam | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
