1999 BMW 323 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 14 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1999 BMW 323. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 323 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 119 L |
