1996 BMW M3 vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (320 Nm). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | M3 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
