2008 BMW 330 vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1973 BMW Touring | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | Touring |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
