2009 BMW M6 vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 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 105 more horse power than 1996 Venturi 400. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Venturi 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | M6 | 400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |