1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster 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 56 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130. 2009 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW Pickster has manual transmission. 1998 BMW Pickster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2009 BMW 130 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Pickster | 130 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
