2009 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 3 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |