2009 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 318 | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | 318 | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |