1998 BMW 330 vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 13 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, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.5 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
