1971 Renault 10 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 40 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), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 735 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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Renault 10 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | 10 | 120 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
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 | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |