1996 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 74 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
Because 1996 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 1996 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, 1996 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Venza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |