1996 BMW 730 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 893 kg more than 1964 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 730 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 730 | 8 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |