1978 BMW 730 vs. 1967 Renault 8
To start off, 1978 BMW 730 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 730 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1967 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:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 1967 Renault 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 730 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
