2004 BMW 525 vs. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1987 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, 2004 BMW 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1987 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | 525 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |