2000 BMW 323 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 13 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 920 kg more than 2000 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
