2008 BMW 320 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1964 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
