2008 BMW 328 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
