1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Toyota Venture is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 BMW 3.3 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 1973 BMW 3.3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture. 1973 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3.3 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
