1993 Renault Clio vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 805 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Clio | 335 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
