2007 BMW 330 vs. 1994 Ford Probe
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe 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 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1994 Ford Probe | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Probe |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |