2009 BMW 120 vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 15 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, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 185 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 2009 BMW 120 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 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 120 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
