1996 BMW 725 vs. 1998 BMW 330
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 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 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 725. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 725 | 1998 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 725 | 330 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |