1981 BMW 745 vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1986 Venturi Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1986 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1986 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 745 | 1986 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | 745 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |