2007 BMW X3 vs. 1995 Venturi 400
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1995 Venturi 400.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 1995 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1995 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | X3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
