2008 BMW 330 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 659 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
