2009 BMW 330 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 4 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.7 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |