2008 BMW 330 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series

To start off, 2013 BMW 6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 394 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 BMW 330 2013 BMW 6 series
Make BMW BMW
Model 330 6 series
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 4395 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 439 HP
Engine RPM 6650 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 651 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 89 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.1 seconds 4.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 1939 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 5009 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2081 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1392 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L