2007 BMW 650 vs. 1985 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1985 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Venturi Coupe. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 1985 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | 650 | Coupe |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |