2008 BMW 330 vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 630 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 6 more horse power than 2005 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630. 2005 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 630 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
