2007 BMW M3 vs. 1957 Renault Colorale
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1957 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 Renault Colorale. 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 M3 | 1957 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M3 | Colorale |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
