1998 BMW 323 vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 2 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 BMW 323. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 323 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 102 L |
