2009 BMW 530 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
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, 2008 BMW 330 (481 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |