2007 BMW 335 vs. 1987 Renault 4
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 4 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 266 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1987 Renault 4. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1987 Renault 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 335 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
