1998 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Proton 300
To start off, both 1998 BMW 330 and 1998 Proton 300 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 106 more horse power than 1998 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1998 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Proton 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 1998 Proton 300 | |
Make | BMW | Proton |
Model | 330 | 300 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |