2009 BMW 120 vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 20 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. 2009 BMW 120 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. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 120 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
