1998 BMW 330 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |