1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Because 1972 BMW Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 BMW Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (134 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Turbo | 19 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
