2007 BMW 330 vs. 1963 Renault 8
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1963 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1963 Renault 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
