1971 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 37 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (124 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2008 Renault Megane | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | Touring | Megane |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |