2007 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 4, 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
