2009 BMW 335 vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 335 | 18 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
