1998 BMW 323 vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 10 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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice 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, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 323 | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 323 | Solstice |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |