2008 BMW 330 vs. 2002 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2002 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
