2005 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton 400 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (109 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2000 Proton 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 330 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| 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 | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
