2005 BMW 330 vs. 1966 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 330 | VX4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |