2008 BMW 550 vs. 1995 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1995 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, 2008 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1995 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 550 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
