2009 BMW 330 vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1966 Renault 8 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 330 | 8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |