1972 Renault 5 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 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 257 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Renault 5 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | 5 | 335 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |