2009 BMW 730 vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 10 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), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 242 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 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 | 1865 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
