1999 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 8 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
