2006 BMW 318 vs. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 318 | 1985 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 318 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
