1975 BMW 520 vs. 1963 Renault 8
To start off, 1975 BMW 520 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1963 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:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 1963 Renault 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 520 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
