1992 BMW 730 vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1996 Toyota Venture is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 730 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 730 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 1992 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1992 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 730 | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 730 | Venture |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |