2007 BMW 330 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 320 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |