1999 BMW 320 vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 320 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 320 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 1999 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1999 BMW 320 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 320 | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
