2007 BMW 323 vs. 1998 BMW 845
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (231 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 323 | 1998 BMW 845 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 323 | 845 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4398 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |