2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Venturi Coupe.
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, 1990 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1990 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | Z4 | Coupe |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |