1998 BMW 323 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 798 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (246 Nm). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323. 2013 Ford F-150 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. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3683 mm |
