1987 BMW 750 vs. 1963 Renault 8
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 24 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 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1963 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 1120 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:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1963 Renault 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 750 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 38 L |
