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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 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. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 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 Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 181 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.7:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1835 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.5 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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