2007 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | F300 Life Jet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3020 mm |