2009 BMW 330 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 BMW 328.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
