1995 BMW 330 vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 BMW 330.
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, 1998 BMW 320 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1998 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
