1971 BMW 3 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 365 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 BMW 3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1999 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 3 | Venture |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |