2004 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
