1990 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M3 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
