2008 BMW 135 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 135 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
