1981 Renault 9 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 9 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
