2005 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 330 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
