2008 BMW M5 vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Venturi 400. (396 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Venturi 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M5. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | M5 | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |