2005 BMW 630 vs. 1995 BMW S3
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 BMW 630. 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 630 (290 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 630 | 1995 BMW S3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 630 | S3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
