2000 BMW 330 vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 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. Both 2000 BMW 330 and 2010 BMW 330 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 330 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |