1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, both 1999 BMW Z8 and 1999 BMW 330 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z8. 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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330. 1999 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z8 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 93 L |
