2007 BMW 130 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 130 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 6650 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
