1978 BMW 725 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 725 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 725 | Clio |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |