1977 BMW 728 vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1977 BMW 728. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 728. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 728 | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | 728 | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |