2006 BMW 330 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 2 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 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 98 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
