v33_n0d3. 2374 posts · Joined 2007. #4 · May 8, 2008. ZHP will feel faster, due to higher gearing with a 6-speed, corner better/ride harsher due to a firmer suspension and last but not least, it will turn quicker due to the upgraded steering rack. The biggest difference is definitely the steering response. D. That said, with a manual transmission especially there is a noticeable difference between the 328i and the 330i. It's 265hp vs. 230hp. But it is ALL at the top of the rev range, the 330i pulls harder from 4K to 7K than the 328i. However, at this point all the US market 330i's are getting older. PowerDrift said: I don't know where you got that information but it is incorrect. All e46 coupes have the sport suspension standard. All post-2002 330i's have sport suspension standard. The 325i's will still get the non-sport suspension standard unless you get the sports package or *just* order the sport suspension. kpXtNat. Differences between BMW 330i ZHP & BMW 330ci ZHP See: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About the BMW E46 330 ZHP Performance Package Option Okay, I could go to some lesser forum and do a search on this, but I would rather hear from y'all. Yes massive difference but that is from the way I drive and the way I like my cars to perform, if YOU think there isn't much difference you may be better off in a 330. You might be right. BMW figures suggest the 330i xDrive can dash from rest to 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds, compared to a close but still behind 6.2 seconds for the 330e. But that’s obviously pushing both cars hard; in everyday scenarios, the 330i is by far the more energetic of the two, the 330e providing the spa experience to the 330i’s louder carny ride – not Kind of beg to differ. An M54 has a lot more torque down low due to a more advanced VANOS system. Peak horse power difference dont really mean a hell of a lot. Stock cars, well maintained (VANOS seals etc) is still a night and day distance. Put it this way, my old 330i would be neck and neck to a e36 s50b30 m3. 330 had 232bhp and a e36 m3 286bhp. What the 320 Gets Right. As the most basic 3-Series on the market, the BMW 320 boasts a lower starting price of $34,445 (destination fees included), allowing for additional options or a little extra savings over the 330. Despite its relatively low base price, the 320 is far from stripped down. It includes standard 17-inch wheels, keyless entry 8. Standard tire size for 2021 BMW 330i: (in case of different tires in front and rear the dimensional data are valid for driving or rear wheels) Standard tire size: 225/45 R 18 95H. Tire width (mm): 225. Tire sidewall factor: 45.

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