2005 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1985 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 116 L |
