1951 Renault Colorale vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (216 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1951 Renault Colorale. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Colorale weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
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:
| 1951 Renault Colorale | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Colorale | 125 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 216 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
