2008 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Ford 49
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford 49. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford 49 would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford 49 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Ford 49. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford 49. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2001 Ford 49. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford 49. (175 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford 49.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2001 Ford 49 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | 49 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 3899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
