2008 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1981 Renault 5 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 330 | 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |