2007 BMW 320 vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 13 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 320. 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, 2007 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Venture |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |