2006 BMW 645 vs. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. (199 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1988 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 645 | 1988 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | 645 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |