2006 BMW 630 vs. 2008 BMW 630

To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. Both 2006 BMW 630 and 2008 BMW 630 are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 630.

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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 630 2008 BMW 630
Make BMW BMW
Model 630 630
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2500 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 - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.2 seconds 6.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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