2007 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Venturi 400. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 330 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
