1987 BMW 324 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 324 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 BMW 324.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 324 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 324 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 324 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
