2005 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 7 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Brilliance BS6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (214 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
Make | BMW | Brilliance |
Model | 330 | BS6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 214 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |