2002 BMW 330 vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (488 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (237 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2009 BMW 650 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 650 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
