2006 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW M3
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2006 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | M3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |