1999 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Renault 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | 10 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
