2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 82 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 330 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
