1980 BMW 628 vs. 1996 Renault Clio
To start off, 1996 Renault Clio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Clio (250 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 BMW 628. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Renault Clio (407 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1996 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 628 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
