1995 BMW M3 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 BMW M3.
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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330. 2005 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
