2007 BMW 330 vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 330 | Cresta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |