2008 BMW 530 vs. 1994 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1994 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Venturi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1994 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 530 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
