1988 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 410 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |
