2005 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Safrane 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 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (174 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
