2005 BMW 740 vs. 1995 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 BMW 330. 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 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1995 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
