1998 BMW 318 vs. 1995 BMW 330
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 3 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 103 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1995 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
