2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 264 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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 2013 BMW 6 series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Venture | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Venture | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
