2009 BMW 523 vs. 1985 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Venturi Coupe.
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, 1985 Venturi Coupe (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1985 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Venturi |
| Model | 523 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
