1981 Renault 9 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 9 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
