2004 BMW 120 vs. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet.
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, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120. 2004 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1992 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 1992 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 120 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
