2008 BMW 530 vs. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 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, 2008 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1992 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 530 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
