1996 BMW 840 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 840 | 330 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |