2007 BMW 330 vs. 2009 BMW 535

To start off, 2009 BMW 535 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, 2009 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 195 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.

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, 2009 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 2009 BMW 535
Make BMW BMW
Model 330 535
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2991 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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