2008 BMW 330 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |