1995 BMW 330 vs. 1998 BMW Pickster
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster 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 Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster 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 Pickster | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | Pickster |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |