2009 BMW M3 vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. (307 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | M3 | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |