1959 BMW 700 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 370 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 700 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
