2007 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 330 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
