2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |