1997 BMW Z3 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 313 kg more than 1997 BMW Z3.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1997 BMW Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z3 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |
