2008 BMW 528 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 BMW 528.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 528. (271 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 528 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
