1999 BMW 330 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 13 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
