1998 BMW 323 vs. 2008 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Toyota Condor 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Toyota Condor.
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 (246 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2008 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
