2003 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 400 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1996 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 330 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
