1998 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 9 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 525 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
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 | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |