2009 BMW 330 vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1957 Ford Consul | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1701 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
