2007 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 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 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 713 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
