2005 BMW 330 vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 BMW 330 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1966 Renault 10 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 330 | 10 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |