1995 BMW 330 vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 1 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 147 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 330 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1994 BMW M5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
