1968 Renault 8 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1193 kg more than 1968 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault 8 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | 8 | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 447 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |