1990 BMW 520 vs. 1998 BMW 330
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1990 BMW 520. 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 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 520 | 1998 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 520 | 330 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |