2006 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 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 160 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
