2008 BMW 328 vs. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. (199 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 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, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1988 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 328 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
