2008 BMW 320 vs. 1967 Renault 10
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,171 cc, 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1967 Renault 10. 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 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1967 Renault 10 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | 10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1107 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
