2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Venturi Coupe. 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW Z4 | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | Z4 | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |