2002 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. 2002 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1968 Vauxhall Viva has manual transmission. 1968 Vauxhall Viva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 330 | Viva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
