1996 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 BMW 530. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 530.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 530. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 530. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 530 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:
1996 BMW 530 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Venza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |