2007 BMW 116 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 116 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 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1997 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 116 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
