1995 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1995 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Venturi Atlantique. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Venturi Atlantique. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1995 Venturi Atlantique has manual transmission. 1995 Venturi Atlantique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Venturi Atlantique | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Venturi | BMW |
Model | Atlantique | X5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2934 mm |