1971 BMW Touring vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 265 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 130 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Touring | Megane |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
