2002 BMW 332 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 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 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 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 BMW 332. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 130 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 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 2009 BMW 650 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 332 | 650 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |