1998 BMW 323 vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Toyota Picnic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 323 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 1998 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
