2009 BMW 530 vs. 1998 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1998 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |