2008 BMW 530 vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 2002 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |