2009 BMW 330 vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 125 L |
