2009 BMW M6 vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | M6 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |