1972 Renault 8 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1972 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:
| 1972 Renault 8 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 8 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| 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 | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
