1998 BMW 323 vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323.
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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323. 2007 Toyota Tundra 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. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
