2008 BMW 330 vs. 2009 BMW M6
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 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 M6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | M6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |