2008 Rover 75 vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1998 Venturi Atlantique 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 1998 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75, 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Rover | Venturi |
| Model | 75 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
