1968 Renault 6 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 6 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 6 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
