2000 BMW 330 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 12 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 (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
