1988 BMW 520 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1983 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, 1988 BMW 520 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 520 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
