1958 Abarth Renault vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 318 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 318 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1958 Abarth Renault. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth Renault | 2012 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Renault | 318 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |
