2005 BMW 730 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 41 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 1122 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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1964 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1964 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 730 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
