2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1989 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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 F-350, 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1989 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | F-350 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
