1991 Renault Express vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Renault Express | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Express | 335 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |