1983 BMW 316 vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 316 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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, 1983 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 316 | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 316 | 10 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
