2003 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | M3 | 400 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |