2009 BMW M3 vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2002 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |