2009 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 205 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, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 325 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 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 | 1495 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
