1988 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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, 1988 BMW 535 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 535 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
