1998 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Renault Logan
To start off, 2010 Renault Logan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 BMW 330 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2010 Renault Logan | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
