1966 Renault 10 vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1966 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Renault 10 | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | 10 | 116 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |