1999 BMW 323 vs. 2001 Ford Think Neighbor
To start off, 2001 Ford Think Neighbor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. (175 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 2001 Ford Think Neighbor | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Think Neighbor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
