2009 BMW 135 vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1999 Venturi Atlantique.
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 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | 135 | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |