1999 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (355 Nm). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 318 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
