1999 BMW 320 vs. 1999 Eagle Talon
To start off, both 1999 BMW 320 and 1999 Eagle Talon were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Eagle Talon weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 320 | 1999 Eagle Talon | |
Make | BMW | Eagle |
Model | 320 | Talon |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |