2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
