2008 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
