2004 BMW 325 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 477 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. 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, 2004 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 325 | 8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |