2007 BMW 760 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 760 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 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 2005 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 760 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
