2008 BMW 745 vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. 2008 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1989 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 745 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
