1983 BMW 323 vs. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (199 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 168 kg more than 1983 BMW 323. 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, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 1988 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 323 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
