2004 BMW 330 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (194 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 330 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
