1998 BMW 330 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 12 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 325 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2494 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 | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |