2000 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Renault Fifties

To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Fifties. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Fifties would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 330 1996 Renault Fifties
Make BMW Renault
Model 330 Fifties
Year Released 2000 1996
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2996 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1685 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3610 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 60 L


 

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