2008 BMW 116 vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 1996 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 116 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
