2009 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra 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 156 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1581 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
