1971 BMW Touring vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (106 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault 21 (159 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Touring | 21 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
