2000 BMW 323 vs. 2001 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2001 Toyota Soarer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
Because 2000 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 2000 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2001 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
