1996 BMW 332 vs. 1954 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1954 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Renault Colorale weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 BMW 332.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 1954 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 332 | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
