2008 BMW 316 vs. 1998 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1998 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 316 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
