2007 BMW 335 vs. 1969 Renault 8
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1969 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1969 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 335 | 1969 Renault 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 335 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
