1992 BMW 850 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1993 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 850 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
