2008 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |