1995 BMW 330 vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 326 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330. 1992 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1992 BMW 540 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 540 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
