2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW 530

To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.

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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 330 2007 BMW 530
Make BMW BMW
Model 330 530
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 480 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 17.0:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.5 seconds 7.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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