1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1990 BMW 316
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316.
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 Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 1990 BMW 316 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Pickster | 316 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |