1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3. 1973 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1999 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1999 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3.3 | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | 3.3 | 400 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |