2009 BMW 335 vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 335 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
