2005 BMW 330 vs. 1961 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1961 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 330 | Victor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
