1999 BMW 323 vs. 2008 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 2008 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 323 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 114 L |