1993 Renault Clio vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 20 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), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 815 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Clio | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| 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 | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1369 mm |
