2007 BMW 330 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
