2004 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor 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 154 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
