2008 BMW 316 vs. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet.
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 Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 316 | 1996 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | 316 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |