2008 BMW 328 vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 328 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
