2009 BMW 330 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 330 | Victor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3294 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
