1959 BMW 600 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 11 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 11 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 600 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2490 mm |
