1972 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 800 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | Touring | Megane |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |