2009 BMW 335 vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane 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 109 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 335 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
