2007 BMW 330 vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 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 68 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1983 Renault 5. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
