1998 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1998 BMW 330.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |