2009 BMW 630 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2009 BMW 630.
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 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 630 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 630 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
