2002 BMW 330 vs. 1994 BMW 854
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330. 1994 BMW 854 has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 854 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1994 BMW 854 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 854 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
