2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 BMW 130

To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 BMW 130 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.

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 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 330 2008 BMW 130
Make BMW BMW
Model 330 130
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2978 cc 2994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.5 seconds 6.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 53 L


 

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