2009 BMW 330 vs. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1982 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4185 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
