2009 BMW 330 vs. 2002 BMW 332
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2002 BMW 332 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 332 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |