1995 BMW 330 vs. 1979 BMW 735
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 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 735 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 735 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 BMW 330. 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, 1979 BMW 735 (309 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1979 BMW 735 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 735 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
