1999 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
