2002 BMW 330 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 7 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. Both 2002 BMW 330 and 2009 BMW 135 are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
