1999 BMW 323 vs. 1999 Ford 021 C
To start off, both 1999 BMW 323 and 1999 Ford 021 C were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1999 Ford 021 C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 323 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 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C, 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 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford 021 C. (146 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford 021 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1999 Ford 021 C | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | 021 C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
