2007 BMW 118 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2979 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
