2007 BMW 330 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 295 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | M3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |