2009 BMW 330 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1764 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
