2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Be Bop | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Be Bop | 335 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |