2006 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
