1971 Renault 10 vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Renault 10 | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | 10 | 318 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |