2004 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW 650
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 650 (488 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW 650 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 650 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |