1982 BMW 325 vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1982 BMW 325. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 325 | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
