1999 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2004 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 330 | Verada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
