2007 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (187 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 330 (500 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Solara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |