2009 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
