2009 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Venturi 400
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 14 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 177 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (218 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1995 Venturi 400.
Because 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1995 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | A4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
