1984 BMW 316 vs. 1984 Renault 4
To start off, both 1984 BMW 316 and 1984 Renault 4 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 316 (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 316 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1984 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 BMW 316 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 1984 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 BMW 316 (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 316 | 1984 Renault 4 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 316 | 4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |