1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 3.3 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 3.3 | Clio |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |