1998 BMW 330 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 14 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, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 55 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 135 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |