1998 BMW 320 vs. 2003 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 5 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 150 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 BMW 320.
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, 2003 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320. 2003 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 2003 Daewoo Chairman | |
| Make | BMW | Daewoo |
| Model | 320 | Chairman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
