1994 BMW M5 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
