2009 BMW 320 vs. 1998 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 11 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 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 1998 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |