2012 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 910 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 335 | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 335 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
