1984 Renault 11 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 748 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 11 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
