2008 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1993 Ford Fiesta. 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1993 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
