1999 BMW 323 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
