2007 BMW 530 vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Venture |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |