1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 356 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Because 1972 BMW Turbo 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 1972 BMW Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (183 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Turbo | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Turbo | Venture |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 183 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |