2007 BMW M6 vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 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, 2007 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2002 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |