2009 BMW 116 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116.
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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 116 | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |