2007 BMW 330 vs. 1974 Renault Siete
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault Siete 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 (215 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1974 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1974 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1974 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1974 Renault Siete | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Siete |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
