2007 BMW 328 vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2002 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2002 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
