2003 BMW 318 vs. 1965 Renault 10
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1965 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 318 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1965 Renault 10. 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, 2003 BMW 318 (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 1965 Renault 10 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 318 | 10 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
