1996 Toyota Venture vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1996 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 740 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 2012 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Venture | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Venture | 740 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
