1976 BMW 633 vs. 1979 Renault 4
To start off, 1979 Renault 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 633 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 633 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 BMW 633 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 BMW 633. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 1979 Renault 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 633 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
