2008 BMW 330 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 5 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), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
