2009 BMW 330 vs. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 330 | Carlton |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |