2009 BMW 760 vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 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 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 390 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 760 | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 760 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 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 | 2090 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
