2007 BMW 335 vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 335 | 18 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
