2005 BMW 330 vs. 1998 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325. 2005 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1998 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
