1990 BMW 850 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 850 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:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 850 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
