1998 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is newer by 15 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 874 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.
Because 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330. 1998 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 330 | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
