1980 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 BMW M5. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 BMW M5. 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M5 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
