2009 Audi S4 vs. 1995 Venturi 400
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi 400 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S4 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 S4 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 1995 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | S4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
