1998 BMW 330 vs. 1996 BMW 530
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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 BMW 530.
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 530. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 1996 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 530 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |