2007 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2009 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 889 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Zenvo ST1.
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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 950 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | BMW | Zenvo |
| Model | 330 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3055 mm |
