2000 BMW 330 vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 215 kg more 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, 2000 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
