325i vs 330i

sckid · 10-03-2005, 10:50 PM

For those of you who have driven both (in automatic, I can't drive stick

) is there a noticeable difference in handling, comfort, acceleration/overall driving performance between the two? I know the 330 has a few more things that are standard that are options on the 325. But I'm wondering if the 330 is worth the extra money.

Thanks!

HAdi · 10-03-2005, 11:00 PM

huge diffrent,atleast for me,,i think if u drive 330i u cant really drive 325,unless women's dont really see the diffrenceses,more power,handles better and it feels great,is it worth it money,every single penny!

CALIF65GM · 10-03-2005, 11:12 PM

It's ok I can't drive a 6MT either.

I can't really help you because I didn't drive a 325. However, I drove both a 330 w/SP and without, definitely a big difference in handling curves and the SP just looks so much better.

ZenDriver · 10-03-2005, 11:22 PM

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huge diffrent,atleast for me,,i think if u drive 330i u cant really drive 325,unless women's dont really see the diffrenceses,more power,handles better and it feels great,is it worth it money,every single penny!

How the hell do people like you turn over the cash to buy a BMW?

Athos · 10-04-2005, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by sckid

For those of you who have driven both (in automatic, I can't drive stick

) is there a noticeable difference in handling, comfort, acceleration/overall driving performance between the two? I know the 330 has a few more things that are standard that are options on the 325. But I'm wondering if the 330 is worth the extra money.

Thanks!

Lots written on this topic. Do a thread search.

human · 10-04-2005, 12:57 AM

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Originally Posted by ZenDriver

How the hell do people like you turn over the cash to buy a BMW?

HAdi · 10-04-2005, 01:12 AM

i dont get it.is it suppose to be a joke or what mr.volvo!

arcrox · 10-04-2005, 01:24 AM

He's a grammar and punctuation nazi, a curious species in the online world. While I agree that proper written English is necessary for success, some of us get tired from writing enough essays and papers only to be ridiculed in an informal online environment. NO SOUP FOR YOU!!!

iDrive-E90 · 10-04-2005, 06:01 AM

Communication is assisted by "proper written English". Communication is what a forum is all about. When I see lazy or illiterate posts, I automatically "turn off", and assume the poster has no clue on content as well as language.

I take care with my posts for the following reasons:

1. It is courteous to members and visitors to this forum

2. A well-crafted post adds more value

3. I'd like to see the tone of the forum raised above the "rant" level we see in others

06graphite · 10-04-2005, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by iDrive-E90

Communication is assisted by "proper written English". Communication is what a forum is all about. When I see lazy or illiterate posts, I automatically "turn off", and assume the poster has no clue on content as well as language.

I take care with my posts for the following reasons:

1. It is courteous to members and visitors to this forum

2. A well-crafted post adds more value

3. I'd like to see the tone of the forum raised above the "rant" level we see in others

I could not agree more!

stressdoc · 10-04-2005, 07:50 AM

Relax, this is a BMW forum. Some folks may not have been raised with English as their first language. Some may have been raised with a different dialect or style than you. I prefer interesting ideas, new information, kind demeanor, and sound logic to perfect spelling & grammar. Case in point: E90Fleet always has something useful to communicate, even though his spellchecker may miss a few. Who cares? Remember Thumper's dad's admonition: If you don't have something nice to say, don't say it at all.

ZenDriver · 10-04-2005, 10:53 AM

I was not referring to his grammar or punctuation, though it struck me as though he wrote the post on a cell phone. I was speaking more to the complete lack of cogency, the plethora of hyperbole and the undercurrents of sexism given the mysterious "woman's" that he seemed to throw in for good measure.

human · 10-04-2005, 02:04 PM

stressdoc, I agree with you, but I agree more with ZenDriver. A basic level of coherence is appreciated!

F32Fleet · 10-04-2005, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by iDrive-E90

Communication is assisted by "proper written English". Communication is what a forum is all about. When I see lazy or illiterate posts, I automatically "turn off", and assume the poster has no clue on content as well as language.

I take care with my posts for the following reasons:

1. It is courteous to members and visitors to this forum

2. A well-crafted post adds more value

3. I'd like to see the tone of the forum raised above the "rant" level we see in others

LOL...I though #2 said "A well-crafted pot odds more value".

F32Fleet · 10-04-2005, 02:15 PM

Hey ZEN.. How are the rear sub-frame mounts on your E36 holding up?

stressdoc · 10-04-2005, 02:23 PM

Not sure what "plethora of hyperbole" has to do with Freude am Fahren. Go post on a German (Swahili, whatever) language list and see how erudite your posts are. Is a flame really necessary? What benefit is to be gained from intimidating foreign listers that may not share your vast command of the English language, but want to engage in conversation about bimmers? I doubt HAdi meant to irritate anyone on the list.
My apologies if I am testy -- long night with the kids in the new year and all.

ZenDriver · 10-04-2005, 02:48 PM

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Hey ZEN.. How are the rear sub-frame mounts on your E36 holding up?

I headed that problem off at the pass. When I built the E36, I was just smart enough to strip the whole thing down and put it together properly. We fabricated reenforcements for the subframe, engine mounts and rear toe bushing cavities.

Given the long term body problems I have seen though, I wouldn't touch an E36 for the street if I was going to drive it hard. It was a great car, but the bulk of E36s are pushing 10 years now and the long term body problems are just appalling repairs.

pharding · 10-05-2005, 05:42 AM

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Originally Posted by ZenDriver

How the hell do people like you turn over the cash to buy a BMW?

The best deal is European Delivery. Another way to drive down the payments is to lease a BMW. The extremely high residual value helps to keep the monthly payments down.

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sckid New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: '02 MDX Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: VA iTrader: (0)	325i vs 330i For those of you who have driven both (in automatic, I can't drive stick ) is there a noticeable difference in handling, comfort, acceleration/overall driving performance between the two? I know the 330 has a few more things that are standard that are options on the 325. But I'm wondering if the 330 is worth the extra money. Thanks!
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HAdi Dodi 11 Rep 97 Posts Drives: Audi S4 06 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Edmonton canada iTrader: (0)	huge diffrent,atleast for me,,i think if u drive 330i u cant really drive 325,unless women's dont really see the diffrenceses,more power,handles better and it feels great,is it worth it money,every single penny! __________________ mm S4 baby,,
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CALIF65GM Colonel 97 Rep 2,041 Posts Drives: e93-35 May08 ED Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: SF, CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 06 - Oct. 05 build ... [0.00]	It's ok I can't drive a 6MT either. I can't really help you because I didn't drive a 325. However, I drove both a 330 w/SP and without, definitely a big difference in handling curves and the SP just looks so much better. __________________ 5-2-08 e93-35 ED Montego w/Jade Grey, Step w/Paddles, PP, SP, CA, hot seats and iPod.Awaing re-delivery soon. Debadged 330xi ED 11/14/05 Auto/Mystic Blue/Gray leather with Alum/PP/SP/CA/Fold-down rear seats/Alarm. Sold to Carmax on 6/7/08 with 50,624 miles on clock
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HAdi Dodi 11 Rep 97 Posts Drives: Audi S4 06 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Edmonton canada iTrader: (0)	i dont get it.is it suppose to be a joke or what mr.volvo! __________________ mm S4 baby,,
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arcrox E90post addict 17 Rep 489 Posts Drives: 2024 G20 M340i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Scottsdale, AZ iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	He's a grammar and punctuation nazi, a curious species in the online world. While I agree that proper written English is necessary for success, some of us get tired from writing enough essays and papers only to be ridiculed in an informal online environment. NO SOUP FOR YOU!!!
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iDrive-E90 Intergalactic Commander 9 Rep 96 Posts Drives: 330i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: New England iTrader: (0)	Communication is assisted by "proper written English". Communication is what a forum is all about. When I see lazy or illiterate posts, I automatically "turn off", and assume the poster has no clue on content as well as language. I take care with my posts for the following reasons: 1. It is courteous to members and visitors to this forum 2. A well-crafted post adds more value 3. I'd like to see the tone of the forum raised above the "rant" level we see in others Last edited by iDrive-E90; 10-04-2005 at 06:12 AM.. Reason: Added "reasons"
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stressdoc Moderator 618 Rep 10,855 Posts Drives: BMW i8; Toy 4runner TRD pro Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Waco TX iTrader: (0)	Relax, this is a BMW forum. Some folks may not have been raised with English as their first language. Some may have been raised with a different dialect or style than you. I prefer interesting ideas, new information, kind demeanor, and sound logic to perfect spelling & grammar. Case in point: E90Fleet always has something useful to communicate, even though his spellchecker may miss a few. Who cares? Remember Thumper's dad's admonition: If you don't have something nice to say, don't say it at all.
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ZenDriver Do Not Taunt Zen Driver. 12 Rep 466 Posts Drives: 325i w/ MT, ZSP in Graphite Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	I was not referring to his grammar or punctuation, though it struck me as though he wrote the post on a cell phone. I was speaking more to the complete lack of cogency, the plethora of hyperbole and the undercurrents of sexism given the mysterious "woman's" that he seemed to throw in for good measure.
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F32Fleet Lieutenant General 3575 Rep 10,352 Posts Drives: 2015 435i Join Date: May 2005 Location: Southeastern US iTrader: (0)	Hey ZEN.. How are the rear sub-frame mounts on your E36 holding up?
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stressdoc Moderator 618 Rep 10,855 Posts Drives: BMW i8; Toy 4runner TRD pro Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Waco TX iTrader: (0)	Not sure what "plethora of hyperbole" has to do with Freude am Fahren. Go post on a German (Swahili, whatever) language list and see how erudite your posts are. Is a flame really necessary? What benefit is to be gained from intimidating foreign listers that may not share your vast command of the English language, but want to engage in conversation about bimmers? I doubt HAdi meant to irritate anyone on the list. My apologies if I am testy -- long night with the kids in the new year and all.
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