2009 BMW 330 vs. 2009 BMW M3

To start off, both 2009 BMW 330 and 2009 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 330 2009 BMW M3
Make BMW BMW
Model 330 M3
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 3999 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 414 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 8300 RPM
Torque 521 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.1 seconds 4.6 seconds
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 63 L


 

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