1995 BMW 330 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 90 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
