1972 BMW Touring vs. 2000 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2000 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2000 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | Touring | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |