1999 BMW 330 vs. 1999 BMW 529
To start off, both 1999 BMW 330 and 1999 BMW 529 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1999 BMW 330 and 1999 BMW 529 are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 BMW 529.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 529. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1999 BMW 529 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 529 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |