2007 BMW 330 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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. Both 2007 BMW 330 and 2009 BMW 530 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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, both vehicles can yield 480 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
