1995 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 865 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |