2006 BMW 330 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 7 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 28 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |