1996 BMW 332 vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 332 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 1996 BMW 332. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 332 | Venture |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |