2002 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW M
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 BMW M.
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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW M | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | M |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
