1995 BMW 330 vs. 2008 BMW 116
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 13 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2008 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
