2006 BMW 330 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 922 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
