2007 BMW 530 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, both 2007 BMW 530 and 2007 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 215 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 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 | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |