2000 BMW 330 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330.
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 330 (315 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (301 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
