2008 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 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 689 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 430 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 | 906 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 |
