2009 BMW 330 vs. 1972 BMW Turbo
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 691 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1972 BMW Turbo | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | Turbo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
