1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1995 Toyota Venture is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Venture weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 1602 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 1975 BMW 1602. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1602 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
