2005 BMW 330 vs. 1984 Renault R5
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault R5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault R5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. 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 (410 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1984 Renault R5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | R5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
