2007 BMW 530 vs. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1995 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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1995 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1995 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 530 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
