2008 BMW 335 vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1968 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 335 (401 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 335 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
