1994 BMW M3 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 BMW M3.
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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M3 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 330 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |