2000 BMW 316 vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 316 (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 BMW 316.
Because 2000 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 2000 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2000 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 316 | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 316 | Venture |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |