2008 BMW 330 vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
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, 2008 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1999 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |