1996 BMW 545 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 BMW 545.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1996 BMW 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 545 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 545 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
