2001 BMW 735 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 735 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
