2007 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Contour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
