2007 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Proton 300
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2001 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 617 kg more than 2001 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2001 Proton 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 330 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
