2009 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Tempo 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 145 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2307 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
