1970 Renault 10 vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 135 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1970 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, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Renault 10 | 2010 BMW 135 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | 10 | 135 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2659 mm |