2009 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW 650
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 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 275 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW 650 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 650 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
