1989 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Venturi Cabriolet | 2011 BMW M3 | |
Make | Venturi | BMW |
Model | Cabriolet | M3 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2761 mm |