2004 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | 330 | 400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 520 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |