1999 BMW 330 vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
