1992 BMW 530 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1992 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 530 weights approximately 631 kg more than 1984 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, 1992 BMW 530 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 530 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
