2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW M3
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | M3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |