1979 BMW 728 vs. 1995 BMW 330
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 BMW 728. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 728 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 BMW 330.
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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 728. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 1995 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 728 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
