1964 Renault 8 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 48 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8.
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:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 8 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
