2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 413 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 635 kg more than 1996 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Alpina | Venture |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 87 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |