2008 BMW 330 vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | 330 | 4.2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
