1998 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
