2008 Pontiac G8 vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1991 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac G8 | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Pontiac | Venturi |
Model | G8 | Coupe |
Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |