Comparison BMW 3 Series Coupe (E46, facelift 2003) 330 Cd (204 Hp) Automatic & BMW 7 Series L (E38) 735iL (235 Hp) Steptronic
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| Brand: | BMW | BMW |
| Model: | 3 Series | 7 Series |
| Generation: | 3 Series Coupe (E46, facelift 2003) | 7 Series L (E38) |
| Engine / modification: | 330 Cd (204 Hp) Automatic | 735iL (235 Hp) Steptronic |
| Production start: | 2003 year | 1996 year |
| Production end: | 2005 year | 1998 year |
| Coupe type: | Coupe | Sedan |
| Num. of Doors: | 2 | 4 |
| Num. of seats: | 4 | 5 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 11.9 l/100 km | 18.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 6.1 l/100 km | 9.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 7.7 l/100 km | 12.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.32 | 0.30 |
| Fuel tank volume: | 63 l | 95 l |
| Emission standard: | Euro 3 | |
| Power: | 204 hp | 235 hp |
| Max power in: | 4000 rpm. | 5700 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 235 km/h | 240 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 7.4 sec | 8.4 sec |
| Torque: | 410 Nm @ 1500 rpm. | 320 Nm @ 3300 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | M57D30TU | |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, longitudinal |
| Engine displacement: | 2993 cm3 | 3498 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7 l | 7.5 l |
| Coolant: | 10.2 l | 12.0 l |
| Fuel System: | Diesel Commonrail | Multi-point injection |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Turbocharger | |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | V engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 8 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 17 | 10 |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 5 | 5 Steptronic |
| Length: | 4488 mm | 5124 mm |
| Width: | 1757 mm | 1862 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1950 mm | |
| Height: | 1369 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2725 mm | 3070 mm |
| Front track: | 1471 mm | 1552 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1483 mm | 1568 mm |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 410 l | 500 l |
| Front suspension: | McPherson | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension: | Helical spring | Inclined Lever |
| Max weight: | 2055 kg | 2360 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Disc | Disc |
| Kerb Weight: | 1555 kg | 1825 kg |
| ABS: | yes | yes |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.5 m | 12.2 m |
| Tire size: | 225/45 R17 | 235/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size: | 8J x 17 | R16 |