2006 BMW 330 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 5 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 427 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 120 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |