1987 BMW 324 vs. 2003 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2003 MCC Crossblade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 324 (113 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2003 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 MCC Crossblade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 2003 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 324 | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1810 mm |
