2007 BMW 330 vs. 1996 BMW 740
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 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, 1996 BMW 740 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1996 BMW 740 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
