2006 BMW 330 vs. 2000 BMW 328
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (201 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2000 BMW 328. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2000 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
