1998 BMW 316 vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 316 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Venture weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 BMW 316.
Because 1998 BMW 316 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 1998 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1998 BMW 316 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 316 | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 316 | Venture |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |