1963 Renault 8 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1963 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1963 Renault 8. 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:
| 1963 Renault 8 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 8 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
