2005 BMW 330 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 8 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330. 2005 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
