2005 BMW M3 vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (297 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | M3 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
