2006 BMW 330 vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
