2007 BMW M6 vs. 2008 BMW 330

To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M6 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 272 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 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 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW M6 2008 BMW 330
Make BMW BMW
Model M6 330
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 2978 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.2 mm 89.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.6 seconds 6.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L


 

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