1971 Renault 10 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 36 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 850 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, 2007 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Renault 10 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | 10 | 325 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |