2006 BMW 630 vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 3 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 2009 BMW 130 are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 630 | 2009 BMW 130 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 630 | 130 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
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 | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 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 - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |