1956 BMW 503 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 130 kg more than 1956 BMW 503.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 503 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 503 | Clio |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |