1995 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 241 kg more than 1995 BMW M3.
Because 1995 BMW M3 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 1995 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza, 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 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
