1999 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 325.
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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 325. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 325. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 325 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
