1991 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 318 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 43 more horse power than 1991 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 505 kg more than 1991 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 BMW 318 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 1991 BMW 318. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 318 | 1999 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 318 | Venture |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |