2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. (307 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Alpina | Venturi |
Model | B7 | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |