1964 Renault 8 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1964 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8. 2004 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1964 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1964 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 8 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
