1976 Renault Siete vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault Siete would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1976 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 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 2011 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault Siete, 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault Siete | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Siete | 535 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2968 mm |
