2009 BMW 325 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
