1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1993 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.
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, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1993 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3. 1996 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1993 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1993 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 BMW Z3 | 1993 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | Z3 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |