2003 BMW M3 vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 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 2003 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 152 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | M3 | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |