1991 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2001 BMW 325
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet.
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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325. 2001 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1991 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | 2001 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Venturi | BMW |
| Model | Cabriolet | 325 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
