2001 BMW 316 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2001 BMW 316. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 BMW 316. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 316. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 316 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 316 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
