1999 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 Ascari A10.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ascari A10. 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, 2011 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
Make | BMW | Ascari |
Model | 330 | A10 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2636 mm |