1998 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Toyota Caserta
To start off, 2000 Toyota Caserta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Caserta. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Caserta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2000 Toyota Caserta. 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, 1998 BMW 320 (210 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Caserta. (140 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Caserta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 2000 Toyota Caserta | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Caserta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 936 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
