2001 BMW 318 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
