2007 BMW 330 vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. 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 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2006 BMW 630 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 630 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |