2006 BMW 740 vs. 1992 Venturi Coupe

To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1992 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1992 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1992 Venturi Coupe. 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Venturi Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 740 1992 Venturi Coupe
Make BMW Venturi
Model 740 Coupe
Year Released 2006 1992
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3999 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 302 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 3700 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1945 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2410 mm


 

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