1996 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Renault 8
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1967 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 892 kg more than 1967 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.
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1996 BMW M3 | 1967 Renault 8 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | M3 | 8 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |