2009 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 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 19 more horse power than 1999 Venturi 400. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Venturi 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | M3 | 400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |